Audrey Eckert from Nebraska was named Miss USA on Friday, as the scandal-hit annual pageant returned under new ownership. The 22-year-old digital safety advocate beat 50 other contestants to claim the crown at the Grand Sierra Resort in Reno, Nevada. Ivy Harrington from New Jersey and Chantéa McIntyre from Oregon were named first and second runners-up. The event capped almost …
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Kenneth Williams Gets Nebraska’s First Kickoff Return for Touchdown Since 2017
Nebraska’s most explosive offensive weapon hardly touches the football. But when he does … boom! Sophomore running back Kenneth Williams took the second-half kickoff and not only returned it 95 yards for a touchdown and a 14-6 lead, he also lifted the Huskers out of the doldrums. Williams fielded the kickoff, veered left, flew past would-be tacklers, ran through two …
Read More »Four Observations From Nebraska’s Win vs. Northwestern
LINCOLN—Nebraska survived another hard-fought battle with Northwestern. The Huskers improved to 6-2 with a 28-21 victory against the Wildcats. Here are four observations from the victory. The final offensive attempt for Northwestern missed the mark as Nebraska holds on, 28-21. pic.twitter.com/u93UkMw8eU — Kaleb Henry (@iKalebHenry) October 25, 2025 Emmett Johnson The workhorse of the offense, Emmett Johnson made sure he …
Read More »Miss USA crowns Nebraska’s Audrey Eckert the winner as scandal-hit pageant heralds ‘new era’
Audrey Eckert from Nebraska was named Miss USA on Friday, as the scandal-hit annual pageant returned under new ownership. The 22-year-old digital safety advocate beat 50 other contestants to claim the crown at the Grand Sierra Resort in Reno, Nevada. Ivy Harrington from New Jersey and Chantéa McIntyre from Oregon were named first and second runners-up. The event capped almost …
Read More »PFF Grades and Snap Counts from Nebraska’s 24-6 Loss Against Minnesota: Defense
A week after one of the most gritty wins in recent Nebraska football history, the Huskers are sitting at 5-2 (2-2 in conference) following a severely disappointing performance in Minneapolis Friday night. In the loss, Nebraska’s defense surrendered 339 total yards of offense, its second-highest margin of the 2025 season. With the results of the game presenting several questions about …
Read More »PFF Grades and Snap Counts from Nebraska’s 24-6 Loss Against Minnesota : Offense
Now that we’ve had some time to soak it in, it’s time for an honest reflection on Nebraska’s effort, or lack thereof, in Friday night’s 24-6 loss to Minnesota. In a game where the Huskers struggled to find any rhythm offensively, they totaled just 213 yards on 55 plays, not exactly a recipe for success on the road. Falling to …
Read More »PFF Grades and Snap Counts from Nebraska’s 34-31 Thriller Against Maryland: Offense
Saturday’s game proved full of ups and downs on Nebraska’s way to a three-point comeback victory over Maryland. A trio of Husker turnovers made the game too close for comfort, but ultimately led to an epic finish for the big red. After proving their worth when it mattered the most, here’s a look at the final Pro Football Focus (PFF) …
Read More »How Nebraska’s Matt Rhule Has Fared in Road Games in His College Coaching Career
As a college football head coach, Matt Rhule has taken his three teams to true road games 51 times. His record in those road games: 22-29. This Saturday, Rhule and the Nebraska Cornhuskers will play their first true road game — not a neutral-site game — of the 2025 season at surprising Maryland, which is 4-1 and very easily could …
Read More »Four Observations From Nebraska’s Win Over Michigan State
LINCOLN—Nebraska gave up a 21-0 run but found a way to battle back and defeat Michigan State 38-27 on Saturday at Memorial Stadium. The Huskers are now 4-1. Here are four observations on the game. What Was That? Nebraska held Michigan State to a three-and-out and then scored on its first offensive possession, going up 7-0. A blocked punt turned …
Read More »Ogbechie Shines During Nebraska’s Sweep at Rutgers
Manaia Ogbechie has the talent to be a full-time starter for top-ranked Nebraska. The only issue is she is third on the Huskers’ depth chart behind two of the eight middle blockers on the AVCA National Player of the Year watch list — Andi Jackson and Rebekah Allick. Ogbechie got a rare start Saturday night as she filled in for …
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